Form 1099-B field reference
Form 1099-B Box 1d: Proceeds
Form 8949 destination
Column (d) — Proceeds
Reconcile this field with the rest of the transaction before calculating gain or loss. A Form 1099-B label does not override the official basis, holding-period, or adjustment rules.
Before filing
What to check
- Confirm whether commissions or transfer taxes were reflected in proceeds or basis.
- Reconcile the amount to the broker detail statement.
- Use Form 8949 adjustment columns when the IRS instructions require a reconciliation.